Math - 2D and 3D Shapes

This term we had a great time exploring 2D and 3D shapes in the environment. Students were taken on a shape walk around the school where they identified different shapes they saw. In the classroom, students used shapes to build various structures.  Our final challenge was to build a shape robot using a mixture of both 2D and 3D shapes. Students were also given an opportunity to present their robots in front of the class as they practiced their oral skills.

Shape Robots

Students created different robots using recycled materials. 

students were also challenged to present their robots to a grade 3 class. At first, they were a little nervous but they were willing to take on the challenge. The grade 3 class was very accommodating and students had fun presenting their work. 

Trip to Forest Valley Outdoor Exploration Centre

Our trip to Forest Valley provided many opportunities for outdoor exploration. The experience provided many hands-on, inquiry-based learning opportunities that fit right into our learning goals. Our tour guides were Danny and Sarah. They gave students a very warm welcome and introduced them to the fun activities we were going to engage in for the day.

Measurement

There were so many beautiful trees in the outdoor space. The students estimated how old the trees were by hugging them. Two hugs meant the tree was 200 years old.

Observing Animal Tracks

Students observed the animal tracks to guess which animal had made a path through the woods. 

Spotting Bird Nests

Students spotted several nests high up in the trees. They had so many questions for our tour guide Danny. 

Building Structures

Students worked together to build several nests for different animals

What a great day of fun and learning at the Forest School!

Playdough Recipe

Our Playdough Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups of flour
• 1/4 cup of salt
• 1 pack of unsweetened Kool-aid
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Directions

Mix flour, salt and Kool-aid in a bowl

Stir in boiling water and oil

Mix items together with a spoon then knead with hands for a few minutes

Store in an airtight container! You're all set